Imatikast (Imatinib 100 mg)

Imatinib 100 mg Tablet

Imatinib 100 mg tablet treats specific types of acute cancers like gastrointestinal stromal tumors, chronic myeloid leukemia, myeloproliferative disease, lymphoblastic leukemia, etc. This medication helps to slow the process of multiplication and stops the cancer cells from growing further. It is also used to treat specific immune system disorders such as aggressive systemic mastocytosis and hypereosinophilic syndrome. Imatinib 100 mg tablet belongs to the tyrosine kinase inhibitor group of medications used by patients with blood cancer and other blood diseases.

Dosage and administration:

Take the imatinib 100 mg tablet orally with food and a glass of water as prescribed by your doctor. It is generally taken once/ twice a day. Tablets should not be crushed. You can also dissolve the tablet in a glass of water or juice if you can’t swallow. Stir it well until it dissolves and drink the liquid. If you want detailed instructions, then you can also consult your doctor.

The strength of medicine is determined based on your health condition and the types of other drugs you are taking along with imatinib. The dosage for children is based on the size of their bodies. Consult with your doctor in detail about both the prescription and non-prescription drugs that you are taking.

Unless your doctor advises, avoid eating grapefruit or drinking any juice containing grapefruit since grapefruit may raise the chances of having side effects. Don’t overdose and consume this drug for the prescribed time only, or else you won’t see any sign of improvement.

Pregnant ladies are advised not to take this medicine as this medicine may get into your body through the lungs and skin, thereby causing adverse effects on your baby (unborn).

Side effects:

People taking the imatinib 100 mg tablet may notice some serious symptoms. However, the benefits derived from this medicine are more than the risk involved. Ask your doctor to monitor your condition to decrease the risk of having symptoms. A few side effects are-

• Muscle cramps

• Diarrhea

• Drowsiness

• Upset stomach

• Muscle or joint pain

• Vomiting or nausea

• Blurred vision

• Dizziness

Consult your doctor if you happen to notice the above symptoms.

Imatinib 100 mg may lower the ability of your body to fight infections. This can increase the risk of getting a serious infection. Due to the rapid destruction of cancer cells, this drug can cause side effects. Drink more fluid to lower your chance of risk.

Precautions:

Tell your doctor if you have any other allergies before taking the imatinib 100 mg tablet. This medication may contain certain inactive ingredients that may cause some allergic reactions in your body. It is known to slow down a child's growth, so get your child’s weight and height checked by a doctor. Tell your doctor about all the products and medicine you are using while taking this drug. Old patients may get a few side effects like swelling, due to this medication. If you take this drug, you should not plan for pregnancy since it can harm your baby by getting absorbed into your skin. Breastfeeding is not recommended while taking this medication as it passes into the breast milk and may harm your infant. Also, don’t share the drug with anyone. Complete all your medical and lab tests before taking this medicine.

Missed Dose:

Don’t take a double dose if you miss a single dose and try to take the next dose at the right time.

Storage:

Keep this drug away from children and store it at room temperature. Keep this medication away from moisture and direct light.

Price of Imatinib Tablets:

Gandhi Medicos, with years of experience in managing supply chain logistics, is committed to providing imatinib tablets at the most affordable price.